Tamil Nadu to Maharashtra · 1,059 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millennium Expres #12645 · SF |
02:20 | 00:20 | 22h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Swarna Jayanthi Express #12643 · SF |
02:20 | 00:20 | 22h 00m | 3A,SL |
| TIRUNELVELI - KATRA Exp #16787 · Exp |
04:05 | 02:45 | 22h 40m | 2A,SL |
| Navyug Express #16687 · Exp |
04:05 | 02:45 | 22h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Himsagar Express #16317 · Exp |
04:05 | 02:45 | 22h 40m | 3A,SL |
| ERNAKULAM - PATNA Exp #16359 · Exp |
06:05 | 07:35 | 25h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Coimbatore-Jaipur Express #12969 · SF |
11:50 | 11:05 | 23h 15m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Tirunelveli Bilaspur SF Express #12788 · SF |
16:05 | 14:45 | 22h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Ernakulam-Bilaspur Express #22816 · SF |
16:20 | 14:45 | 22h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kongu Express #12647 · SF |
17:55 | 21:00 | 27h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Raptisagar Express #12522 · SF |
18:10 | 16:45 | 22h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Rapti Sagar Expres #12512 · SF |
18:10 | 16:45 | 22h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Ahilyanagari Express #16326 · Exp |
18:10 | 17:00 | 22h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Trivandrum-Korba Express #16328 · Exp |
18:10 | 16:45 | 22h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kerala Express #12625 · SF |
23:00 | 20:15 | 21h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Salem to Nagpur is approximately 1,059 km (658 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,269 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Tamil Nadu to Maharashtra.
Indian Railways connects Salem and Nagpur with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 19 hrs 31 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Salem to Nagpur route. The journey takes approximately 25 hrs 23 min covering ~1,269 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.
Search Salem to Nagpur BusesThe drive from Salem to Nagpur is a long one — approximately 1,269 km taking around 16 hrs 11 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India